WMATA tunnel ventilation project starts this weekend
WMATA begins a significant tunnel ventilation project this weekend.
Technology
New Trimble GEDO GX50 laser scanning system introduced
Trimble has announced a new laser scanning system for rail applications.
L.B. Foster offering single-source friction management for shortline markets
L.B. Foster now offers single-source friction management services for shortline and industrial rail markets.
Brightline signal testing extended until Saturday, June 19, in West Palm Beach
Brightline signal testing is underway between Palm Beach County through West Palm Beach.
Kailash Lala joins HNTB’s Atlanta technology team
HNTB recently announced a new member of their Atlanta office team.
MBTA investigating several possible causes of March derailment, exacerbating tensions with CRRC
As RT&S reported in a story by Editor-in-Chief Bill Wilson on March 17, MBTA experienced a derailment of a new six-car train on the Orange Line in a work zone at Wellington Station on March 16. No one was hurt, but officials have been trying to determine what went wrong.
Caltrain electrification delayed to 2024
Caltrain has announced that the launch of electrified service has been delayed until late 2024.
MTA ready for major track renewal project
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced critical infrastructure work coming to its 6 Avenue and 8 Avenue lines in Manhattan this summer.
Illinois Commerce Commission approves grade crossing improvements
Grade crossing improvements are coming to two areas in Illinois.
With one big veto, Maryland governor chooses roads over rail
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan has rejected a bill that would have provided millions of dollars a year to rail and bus systems.
Watch: California High-Speed Rail Authority releases May 2021 construction update
[Earlier this month] the California High-Speed Rail Authority released its May 2021 Construction Update highlighting the progress being made on the nation’s first high-speed rail project.
Sound Transit completes new light rail base in Bellevue
Sound Transit is ready to open its new Operations and Maintenance Facility: East (OMF East), a key component of upcoming Link extensions to Northgate, Lynnwood, Federal Way and Redmond.
L.B. Foster launches new low temperature traction enhancer, Alleviate LT
L.B. Foster announced the commercial launch of a Low Temperature (LT) version of their proven ALLEVIATE traction enhancer product for top-of-rail use.
Norfolk Southern: ‘Technology is at the center of our strategy’
Technology points the way to the future among Class 1 railroads.
TTCI freight rail research hits major milestone
TTCI freight rail research has achieved a significant new milestone.
Watch: Final phase of TriMet’s MAX Blue Line Improvements project coming May 15-23 in northeast Portland
Editor’s Note: TriMet is making some significant improvements to their MAX Blue Line. Below is a press release prepared by Tyler Graf of TriMet outlining major parts of the project. DCL
New digital tools will help crews operate MBTA commuter trains more effectively
The MBTA commuter rail network is currently rolling out new digital tools to help train operations.
HNTB selected by Utah Transit Authority for bus and rail services
Utah Transit Authority has selected HNTB to consult on program management services.
Senceive acquired by Eddyfi/NDT
Two technology companies have announced their intention to merge.
Texas Central Railroad finds the power source behind high-speed rail project
The high-speed rail line project that will connect Dallas to Houston is literally powering up.